Wise Counsel for the Living
Pastor Hamilton
With all its frustrations, life can still be full of “joy” for us. Key to true joy is living for God and choosing what’s right = wisdom.
A Mother’s Day Prayer
Pastor Hamilton
Mothers, today, let us honor you and what Christ has done for you and through you. Let me share with you how we are praying for you on this Mother’s Day. We ask the Lord today to help you…. At the end of each day thank the Lord for the gifts he has given (including children). […]
Meaningful Existence
Pastor Hamilton
While life is full of vexations and blessings, we should not waste our life trying to fix things we cannot. Our primary occupation should be enjoying God and what he gives.
Living Here Below
Pastor Hamilton
With all the complexities of daily human existence, we do have some comforting truths. First, God is always governing over his creation (vv. 2–11). Second, God is faithful to bless those who fear him (vv. 12–14).
The Greatest Example
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus’ example of sacrifice is the greatest example of giving.
Good News and Great Joy
Pastor Hamilton
Jesus didn’t leave his disciples with a question mark, but an exclamation point. The body of Christ, the church, in order to go in power and change the world, must first— Be convinced of his resurrection power. Be commissioned for global witness. Be comforted with and compelled with the Spirit’s presence.
Opened Eyes
Pastor Hamilton
Every disciple needs the encouragement and focus that comes with walking with the Lord and learning the Scriptures better. The reality of the resurrection provided the anchor for faith that the early church needed! Learn to value time in the Word where Christ still instructs and corrects us.
The Resurrection and the Life
Pastor Hamilton
Our eternal hope is tethered to Christ’s resurrection: “…Because I live, you also will live” (John 14:19). Jesus identified himself, “I am the resurrection and the life…” (John 11:25).
Counsel from a Man Who Saw It All (part 2)
Pastor Hamilton
The lesson: The enigmas and inequities of life should drive us to rest in the Lord and choose the best road before us. Ecclesiastes should be seen as a valuable tool for understanding the nature and need of man. Only then will the gospel of grace through Christ be seen as the ANSWER.
The Man in the Middle
Pastor Hamilton
Clearly the “man in the middle” was the God of the Ages. In his High Priestly prayer, God the Son could say to the Father, “I glorified you on the earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do” (John 17:4).
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